Well today was a stitching like crazy kind of day (the best sort)! I finished my 'new' version of the 'Quiltganza Carry Bag' that shall now be known as 'The Waverley Bag'! I remade the bag and changed the bottom right hand corner to read:
I think that in our very busy lives it really is the little things that make a very big difference. One little jesture can change your whole day. Ringing a friend to catch up for coffee, sending a little card to say 'thanks', doing the dishes when it's not your turn, lots of these kind of little things can make a day seem brighter. Anyway here's the new version in full:
I have also almost finished the binding on the 'Making Memories' quilt - you may remember this quilt from previous posts or if you came to the Making Memories retreat at Yarragon and actually signed the quilt. I cannot tell you how much comfort this quilt has given me while recovering from the flu - it was so nice to snuggle under a quilt full of signatures and good thoughts from all the ladies that signed the quilt (even if the binding was half on!). I will have photos of this quilt tommorow (if it ever stops raining up here!)
Leanne Beasley xxx
P.S. Thanks for all your well wishes for my flu recovery - must have worked because I feel so GOOD today!
bellissima!! come tutti i tuoi lavori, Complimenti!!
Posted by: Laura | June 22, 2007 at 03:31 PM
That bag is adorable! So cute. I especially love the flower blocks. I hope you get better soon! ~A :-)
Posted by: Cottage Magpie | June 22, 2007 at 07:03 AM
Hi, Leanne! Good to hear that you are recovering from the flu. Beeing in bed with the flu is hard work, I can tell! Good luck with your new projects. I am looking forward to see them, but I know that they will be beautiful, just like other things you have made!
My best, May Kristin
Posted by: May Kristin | June 22, 2007 at 02:00 AM
The bag is BELLISSIMA (beautiful) and your words are so true. Sometimes a little thing makes you happier than something bigger.........a words or a smile are precious too.
I hope you feel better.
ciao ciao
Posted by: teodo | June 21, 2007 at 10:25 PM
The bag is an inspiration to make something quilty to carry my 'stuff' around. I have several patterns in my closet that need to be brought out and put to use. Thanks for the inspiration. Feeling better is always good news - good for you!
Posted by: Connie | June 20, 2007 at 10:21 PM
I love this version of your bag Leanne - is it going to be a pattern?
Isn't a whole day of stitching just food for he soul - these are days that help me feel complete. So glad you had such a lovely and productive one. x Janelle
Posted by: Janelle Wind | June 20, 2007 at 01:53 PM
The bag is beautiful and I have to agree that it is the little things that make us feel as though we have had a great day, well at least for me. I am glad that you have recovered from the flu, it seems as though Winter is really here doesnt it.
Posted by: Sue | June 20, 2007 at 01:18 PM
Hi Leanne, Good to hear you are feeling better, love your new bag and hope you are releasing a pattern for it soon. Cheers S
Posted by: Sue | June 20, 2007 at 12:50 PM
Hi Leanne,
First time visitor! I am so motivated to try the 365 day quilt. I haven't had my sewing machine out in a long time, but used to sew and quilt and applique. I've been doing paper art with lots of journaling. This seems like such a natural step. Maybe I should start with a pillow... the month of July. There are so many interesting things to do and make... must start now!! Come visit my blog
Joni Possin
Posted by: YUMMERS! | June 20, 2007 at 12:22 PM
Hi Leanne, I’m glad you’re feeling better and that the stitching-bug is still present! You’re remark about the little things is so true! The bag is lovely!
Posted by: nicolette | June 20, 2007 at 07:00 AM
What a great site you have! I have really enjoyed my "exploring trip and all your beautiful work.
Posted by: Kathy Earley | June 20, 2007 at 02:47 AM
I love that bag! And the saying is so true!
Posted by: Anina | June 20, 2007 at 01:57 AM
Hi Leanne - I'm so glad you are feeling better - you were definitely missed!! Is your quiltganza bag available as a pattern yet? and do you know of any UK suppliers that have your journey of a quilter BOM? I think my local shop - The Fat Quarters - may be getting it but I don't know when! I just want to play!!! Lucyx
Posted by: Lucy Locket | June 20, 2007 at 12:53 AM
And I love the "Australia" photo from yesterday!
Thanks for sharing this.
Posted by: YokkoBears | June 19, 2007 at 10:44 PM
This is so much the truth:
it really is the little things that make a very big difference.
( your words above)
So good of you to "spread" this through your web-log and through your bag.
Posted by: YokkoBears | June 19, 2007 at 10:41 PM